Riley Kolesar Obituary, DeathThe La Salle County Coroner’s Office has confirmed the identity of the young driver who tragically lost his life in a recent accident on Route 18 and East 15th Road in rural Streator. Riley Kolesar, a 21-year-old resident of Streator, was operating his pickup truck southbound on East 15th Road in Eagle Township when he failed to yield at a stop sign, resulting in a collision with a vehicle traveling westbound.
As reported by the coroner, Kolesar succumbed to the injuries he sustained in the incident. This event has cast a shadow over the community, which is now mourning the loss of a young life.
The La Salle County Coroner’s Office, in collaboration with the Illinois State Police and the Illinois State Police Reconstruction Unit, is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident. The details leading up to the collision remain uncertain as authorities strive to reconstruct the events of that tragic day.
As the investigation progresses, Riley Kolesar’s loved ones are left to cope with the sudden and profound loss of a young individual whose life was cut short. The community has united to provide support and express condolences to the family and friends affected by this heartbreaking event.
Our thoughts are with the Kolesar family during this challenging period, and we hope for clarity and closure as the investigation continues. May Riley rest in peace.
